Courses
Common Core Course Requirements
All students entering the program fulfill a set of common core requirements and more specialized programs stipulated by their chosen Area of Emphasis.
- Ecology 200A and 200B (Principles and Application of Ecological Theory). Usually taken the first year in residence, unless unmet entrance requirements defer taking these courses from being taken in the first year. Prerequisite: Introduction to Ecology.
- Ecology and Evolution Seminar Series: ECL 296. Required for all entering students each quarter of the first year of residence only, but recommended thereafter. This is a guest lecturer seminar series in the field of Ecology and is an attendance only requirement. There is no coursework required.
- Ecology 290 seminars (1 for the M.S. degree; 3 for the Ph.D.). Ecology faculty volunteer, on a quarter-by-quarter basis, to lead an ECL 290 on a specific topic related to Ecology. Students enrolled will be required to make a presentation of at least 25 minutes in length to receive credit for this seminar.
- A course in field ecology (may be satisfied prior to matriculation or during the course of the program.) Suggested Organizations for Field Courses.
- One course in evolution (may be satisfied prior to admission). If not previously satisfied, EVE 100 must be taken.
- For the Ph.D., an exit seminar prior to filing of dissertation. This requirement is optional for the M.S. by thesis option but is recommended.
AOE Course Requirements
Each Area of Emphasis may have a core course and other required coursework in addition to those listed above. Please refer to the AOE descriptions for details.
Other Courses
The courses in the "Ecology" series, listed below, are administered through the Environmental Science & Policy (ESP). Many students also take undergraduate level courses and courses in the many other departments affiliated with the GGE, as well as other courses in ESP.